First steps require help. The pressureless HEAD T.I.P. RED is the perfect ball for kids between 5 and 8 years who are about to make their first steps on the court. It is significantly softer, bigger, and 75% slower than a standard tennis ball, which increases the reaction time and makes hitting the ball a lot easier and more fun. In addition, its red and yellow two-tone felt makes the ball easier to see for kids. Developed with trainers and kids, the HEAD T.I.P. RED is perfect for the ITF's small red court (11m x 5-6m). The ball is part of HEAD's Tennis Instruction Program (T.I.P.), a unique approach to help youngsters learn the game right, developed in cooperation with the International Tennis Federation "Tennis Play and Stay!" campaign.

Red Balls are at 25% compression of the standard Yellow Ball and are designed for players aged 5-7 yrs old.

These balls are designed to land within the hitting zone (roughly waist height) for players in this age bracket

Typically these balls are larger than a standard ball and thus easier for players with not as advanced proprioception and hand-eye coordination. 

These balls are typically used on a mini-court or red ball court which is played across the court with a miniature net